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Registered Nurse | Medical Unit | Full Time Day Shift

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UF Health

Leesburg, Florida

Posted Aug 27 · New grads welcomed

Shift and hours
12-⁠hour days
Unit and setting
Med-Surg · Hospital
License
RN licenseCurrent Florida Registered Nurse (RN) License
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

New grads
Welcomed
License
Current Florida Registered Nurse (RN) License Check your license
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Certification
NIH Stroke Scale Certification
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
Experience
Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required
Experience
Experience limited to long-term care, skilled nursing, or nursing home settings may not fully prepare candidates for the pace and complexity of an acute care medical unit.
Also asks
Candidates with frequent job changes over a short period may require further discussion regarding career goals and reasons for transitioning.
Also asks
New graduate nurses may be considered based on current unit needs and the availability of experienced preceptors and onboarding resources.
Also asks
Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
Also asks
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Also asks
Candidates should demonstrate adaptability, strong critical thinking skills, and the ability to manage multiple patients in a dynamic environment.
Also asks
Candidates who have demonstrated commitment and longevity in prior roles are generally more likely to be successful long-term members of the team.
Also asks
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative healthcare environment.
Also asks
Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
Also asks
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Also asks
Additional Considerations
Also asks
Candidates should be able to demonstrate readiness to transition into a hospital-based environment.

Preferred

Certification
A stable employment history is preferred.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Experience
Previous acute care hospital experience is strongly preferred.
Your six-month RN application plan

Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.

  1. 6 months before

    Shortlist units

    Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.

    Find residencies
  2. 4–6 months before

    Apply as windows open

    Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.

    Explore new grad jobs
  3. 2–3 months before

    Meet the unit manager

    Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.

    Prepare your questions
  4. Around graduation

    Confirm your start

    Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.

    Plan your license
Why start this early?

Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.

What it pays

The role and schedule

Charge
Charge shifts are part of the role

The workplace

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Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

On your path

Med surg is open from year one. A broad first base while you learn which path pulls harder.

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Overview

Medical, Neurology, and Oncology Unit Culture

The Medical, Neurology, and Oncology Unit is a patient-centered team that is deeply committed to quality, safety, and exceptional patient experiences. Our culture is built on collaboration, compassion, and accountability as we care for the whole patient, addressing not only their clinical needs but also their emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial well-being.

Our team strives for excellence through evidence-based practice, continuous quality improvement, and a shared commitment to delivering safe, high-quality care. We foster an environment where every team member's voice is valued, teamwork is essential, and patient advocacy is at the center of everything we do. Through meaningful connections with our patients and families, we aim to create healing experiences that reflect our dedication to both clinical excellence and compassionate care.

Under the direction of the Director or Charge Nurse, the RN utilizes the nursing process to provide safe, high-quality, patient-centered care. Responsibilities include performing comprehensive patient assessments, developing nursing diagnoses, creating and implementing individualized care plans, evaluating patient outcomes, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote exceptional clinical results.

Hours - 6:45am-7:15pm

We are seeking a nurse who demonstrates the ability to thrive in a fast-paced acute care environment and provide safe, high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized plans of care.

Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care in accordance with organizational policies and clinical best practices.

Administer medications, treatments, and therapies accurately and safely.

Monitor patient progress, evaluate outcomes, and revise care plans as needed.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).

Ensure compliance with Stroke and Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) Core Measures and other quality initiatives.

Coordinate patient care with physicians, case management, and the interdisciplinary team to facilitate efficient patient flow and timely discharges.

Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, and discharge planning.

Promote patient safety through infection prevention, restraint monitoring, telemetry monitoring, and emergency response protocols.

Supervise and appropriately delegate patient care activities to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Nurse Technicians, and Unit Secretaries.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff meetings, continuing education, competency training, and professional development.

Mentor and precept new nursing staff and students, as appropriate.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Licensure & Certifications

Current Florida Registered Nurse (RN) License

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

NIH Stroke Scale Certification

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required

Previous acute care hospital experience is strongly preferred. New graduate nurses may be considered based on current unit needs and the availability of experienced preceptors and onboarding resources. Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Candidates should demonstrate adaptability, strong critical thinking skills, and the ability to manage multiple patients in a dynamic environment. A stable employment history is preferred.

Candidates who have demonstrated commitment and longevity in prior roles are generally more likely to be successful long-term members of the team. Candidates with frequent job changes over a short period may require further discussion regarding career goals and reasons for transitioning. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative healthcare environment.

Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Additional Considerations

Experience limited to long-term care, skilled nursing, or nursing home settings may not fully prepare candidates for the pace and complexity of an acute care medical unit. Candidates should be able to demonstrate readiness to transition into a hospital-based environment.

What's around it?

In Leesburg, FL

Leesburg, FLFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 3% above the US average

Median rent
$1,258/mo
Household income
$52,880/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Leesburg, FL

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